- Garden
- Free WiFi
- Private bathroom
- Non-smoking rooms
- Heating
- Facilities for disabled guests
About this property
Placed at the foot of Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon), the YHA Snowdon Pen-y-Pass is surrounded by stunning Welsh landscape in a rural location, with no mobile phone signal - offering guests a break from technology. WiFi is offered in public areas. Tasty food including a freshly cooked breakfast is on offer in the comfortable dining area. At over 360 metres above sea level, this former mountain lodge is ideally located for trails up Snowdon. Guests can also enjoy treks exploring the Snowdonia National Park and its many hills and mountains. There is a dining room, and a kitchen for self-catering guests. The YHA Snowdon Pen-y-Pass also has its own bar and restaurant. The town of Caernarfon with its famous Castle and the picturesque Welsh coastline can be reached in 20 minutes by car. The popular Snowdon Mountain Railway is found in Llanberis, just a 10-minute drive away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Bar
Availability
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Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Chris
United Kingdom“Friendly and helpful staff Great location Good food” - Haleema United Kingdom“Very close to Snowdon Mountain. It was much better than what I had expected. Kitchen facilities, self-catering were brilliant. With all the washing up facilities and pots and pans. Though it shared bathrooms, they were in good condition. Not too...”
- Shashi United Kingdom“The location, my god it is worth it. Else it is the same YHA standard hostel. Has a amazing bar area and snooker boards. Kitchen is amazing it has everything you need. We enjoyed”
- Nick United Kingdom“I accidentally booked all of the beds in my dorm room assuming that to get somewhere so close to the mountains in the middle of summer must be costly … it was remarkable value for money”
- Thegirlwilltravel United Kingdom“Absolutely outstanding location, right at the start of the Snowdon hike, across the road from a carpark (see below about the carpark). The rooms were comfortable. The beds were amazing. The hostel was lovely. Lots of family, cosy things to do on...”
- Tetiana
Ukraine“I chose YHA firstly for its perfect location. I arrived in the evening just in time to enjoy the sunset. And then I had the best birthday morning enjoying my coffee with a wonderful view before exploring The Miners Track (the path starts literally...” - Sue United Kingdom“Warm embracing atmosphere . Terrific front of house staff Iwan and Dan. Helpful pleasant and enthusiastic even though they were very busy.”
- Franceska United Kingdom“You cannot ask for a better location! Excellent facilities, particularly liked the drying room for wet gear. Lovely staff, the hostel was completely booked out (which goes to show what a great spot it is) but still a 10/10 service all around.”
- Jim United Kingdom“Location and the views. Access to kitchen facilities. 6 person dorm (we are a family of 6)”
- Shaun United Kingdom“clean & safe for family amazing value for money. Location perfect.”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
- Pen y Pass Café and Bar
- AmbianceFamily friendly
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 4 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
Please note that this property does not accept group bookings for 16 people or more.
Stays exceeding 14 consecutive nights at this property will not be allowed.
Please note that all adult guests need to provide a valid ID with a matching name and address at check-in.
Please note discounts are not available for members of YHA (England and Wales) or Hostelling International as part of this booking.
Towels are not included in the rate. Guests can rent them at the property for an additional charge or bring their own.
Please contact the property to confirm the availability of accessible rooms before booking.
This hostel has no parking. Please see facilities about parking options.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
